We know that siblings of brothers and sisters with a disability can have their own needs too. Some siblings have shared with us that they are neurodivergent. Neurodivergent is a big word that means someone’s brain works differently. Neurodiversity is the idea that different brains are a normal part of life and bring … Continued
It’s February already, and this month we’re celebrating Time to Talk Day on 6th February and Children’s Mental Health Week from 9th-15th February. These are important because they remind us how helpful it can be to look after ourselves and feel connected to other people. Talking about how you feel is really important. This … Continued
Happy New Year! A new year is a lovely time to think about how we can look after ourselves. Keeping our mind and body healthy helps us feel better and January is a great time to start some easy ideas. Being a sibling can be lots of fun, but sometimes things can feel tricky too – … Continued
This time of year is all about celebrating and spending time with the people you care about. You might be excited about giving and getting presents, eating tasty food or having a break from school. There’s no fixed way to enjoy it. Each family does it their own way. It can be a special time … Continued
Welcoming the winter …. It’s November and with the clock change last month the days are getting shorter and the weather is becoming colder and wetter. This means siblings will be spending more time indoors with their family. It can be nice to stay warm and comfy inside, but it might also feel a bit … Continued
This week we are looking at how siblings can often understand what their brother or sister with additional needs wants just by reading their face. Many siblings say they can tell what their brother or sister needs, even when their parents don’t know. There are lots of ways for siblings to communicate with their brother … Continued
Are you going back to school this week? It can be fun to see your friends again after the holidays, but sometimes, going back to school can feel a bit tricky too. September is here and that means lots of you are going back to school! You might be returning to the same school or … Continued
Siblings and summer holidays Many of you are starting your summer break from school around this time. While it’s great to have a rest, we know from talking to siblings that summer can also feel a bit tricky at times. That’s completely normal. You might be feeling this way because: The usual routine has changed, … Continued
Siblings tell us they often have feelings of guilt towards their brother or sister and it upsets them to feel this way. They might have these feelings because they feel bad that they are able to do things their brother or sister can’t do, or that they want to have time away from them sometimes … Continued
Siblings tell us it can often be great fun to play with your brother or sister, or along side them. We have some ideas about games you can play together here. Sometimes you may want to play with the same toy or game and when this happens an adult may ask you to share your … Continued